warning MERCEDES-BENZ S-COUPE 2015 User Guide

DISTRONIC PLUS with Steering
Assist and Stop&Go Pilot ............... 136 ESP®
(Electronic Stability Pro-
gram) ............................................... 71
General notes ................................ 129
MAGIC BODY CONTROL ................ 140
Night View Assist Plus ................... 150
PARKTRONIC ................................. 142
PRE-SAFE ®
(anticipatory occu-
pant protection) ............................... 59
PRE-SAFE ®
Brake ............................. 73
PRE-SAFE ®
PLUS (anticipatory
occupant protection PLUS) .............. 59
Rear view camera .......................... 144
ROAD SURFACE SCAN .................. 140
Message memory (on-board com-
puter) .................................................. 165
Messages
see Display messages
see Warning and indicator lamps
Mirrors
see Exterior mirrors
see Rear-view mirror
see Vanity mirror (in the sun visor)
Modifying the programming
(SmartKey) ........................................... 80
MOExtended tires .............................. 221
Mounting wheels
Lowering the vehicle ...................... 266
Mounting a new wheel ................... 265
Preparing the vehicle ..................... 262
Raising the vehicle ........................ .263
Removing a wheel .......................... 265
Securing the vehicle against roll-
ing away ........................................ 262
MP3
Operation ....................................... 164
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ................................................. .188
see separate operating instructions
Multifunction display
Function/notes ............................ .160
Permanent display ......................... 164
Multifunction steering wheel
Operating the on-board computer .. 161
Overview .......................................... 35 Music files
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ................................................. .188
N
Navigation
Menu (on-board computer) ............ 164
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ................................................. .188
see separate operating instructions
Night View Assist Plus
Activating/deactivating ................. 151
Cleaning ......................................... 218
Function/notes ............................ .150
Problem (malfunction) ................... 152
Switching automatic activation
on/off ............................................ 164
Notes on breaking-in a new vehi-
cle ....................................................... 114
O
Occupant Classification System
(OCS)
Conditions ....................................... 51
Faults ............................................... 56
Operation ......................................... 52
System self-test ............................... 54
Occupant safety
Automatic measures after an acci-
dent ................................................. 60
Children in the vehicle ..................... 60
Important safety notes .................... 43
Pets in the vehicle ........................... 65 PRE-SAFE ®
(anticipatory occu-
pant protection) ............................... 59
OCS
Conditions ....................................... 51
Faults ............................................... 56
Operation ......................................... 52
System self-test ............................... 54
Odometer .......................................... .164
Oil
see Engine oil
On-board computer
Assistance graphic menu .............. .164
Display messages .......................... 165
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Displaying a service message ........ 216
DISTRONIC PLUS ........................... 134
Factory settings submenu .............164
Head-up displa y............................. 162
Important safety notes .................. 160
Lighting submenu .......................... 164
Media menu ................................... 164
Menu overview .............................. 164
Message memory .......................... 165
Navigation menu ............................ 164
Operation ....................................... 161
Radio menu ................................... 164
Service menu ................................. 164
Standard display ............................ 164
Video DVD operation ..................... 164
Operating safety
Declaration of conformity ................ 27
Important safety notes .................... 26
Operating system
see On-board computer
Operation
Digital Operator's Manua l................ 21
Operator's Manual
Overview .......................................... 24
Vehicle equipment ........................... 24
Outside temperature display ........... 160
Overhead control panel ...................... 38
P
Paint code number............................ 274
Paintwork (cleaning instructions) ... 217
Panic alarm .......................................... 42
Panorama roof ..................................... 91
Parcel net hooks ............................... 197
Parking
Important safety notes .................. 125
Parking brake ................................ 126
Position of exterior mirror, front-
passenger side ................................. 99
Rear view camera .......................... 144
see PARKTRONIC
Parking aid
Active Parking Assist ..................... 143
see Exterior mirrors
see PARKTRONIC
Parking assistance
see PARKTRONIC Parking brake
Display message ............................ 165
Electric parking brake .................... 126
Parking lamps
Switching on/of f........................... 103
PARKTRONIC
Deactivating/activating ................. 143
Driving system ............................... 142
Function/note s............................. 142
Important safety notes .................. 142
Problem (malfunction) ................... 143
Range of the sensors ..................... 142
Warning display ............................. 143
PASSENGER AIR BAG
Indicator lamps ................................ 43
PASSENGER AIR BAG indicatorlamp
Problem (malfunction) ................... 172
Pets in the vehicle ............................... 65
Phone book
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 188
Plastic trim (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 218
Power locks ......................................... 82
Power washers .................................. 217
Power windows
see Side windows
PRE-SAFE ®
(anticipatory occupant
protection)
Operation ......................................... 59
PRE-SAFE ®
Brake
Activating/deactivating ................. 164
Function/note s................................ 73
Important safety notes .................... 73
Warning lamp ................................. 184
PRE-SAFE ®
PLUS (anticipatory
occupant protection PLUS)
Operation ......................................... 59
Program selector button .................. 121
Protection against theft
ATA (Anti-Theft Alarm system )......... 76
Immobilizer ...................................... 75
Protection of the environment
General notes .................................. 23
Pulling away
Automatic transmission ................. 118
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General notes ................................ 118
Hill start assist ...............................118
Q
QR code
Rescue card ..................................... 29
Qualified specialist workshop ........... 27
R
Radio
Selecting a station ......................... 164
see separate operating instructions
Radio mode
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ................................................. .188
Radio-wave reception/transmis-
sion in the vehicle
Declaration of conformity ................ 27
Reading lamp ..................................... 105
Rear compartment
Stowage compartment .................. 197
Rear fog lamp
Display message ............................ 165
Rear lamps
see Lights
Rear seats
Overview .......................................... 40
Rear view camera
Cleaning instructions ..................... 217
Function/notes ............................ .144
Switching on/off ........................... 145
Rear window blind ............................ 198
Rear window defroster
Problem (malfunction) ................... 111
Switching on/off ........................... 111
Rear-view mirror
Anti-glare (manual) .......................... 99
Dipping (automatic) ......................... 99
Refrigerant (air-conditioning sys-tem)
Important safety notes .................. 280
Refueling
Fuel gauge ....................................... 33
Important safety notes .................. 122
Refueling process .......................... 123
see Fuel Remote control
Garage door opener ....................... 203
Programming (garage door
opener) .......................................... 204
Replacing bulbs
General notes ................................ 105
Reporting safety defects .................... 28
Rescue card ......................................... 29
Reserve (fuel tank)
see Fuel
Reserve fuel
Display message ............................ 165
Warning lamp ................................. 176
Residual heat (climate control) ........111
Restraint system
Display message ............................ 170
Introduction ..................................... 42
Warning lamp ................................. 182
Warning lamp (function) ................... 43
Reversing feature
Roller sunblind ................................. 91
Side windows ................................... 90
Trunk lid .......................................... .84
Reversing lamps (display mes-
sage) ................................................... 165
ROAD SURFACE SCAN ....................... 140
Roadside Assistance (breakdown) .... 25
Roller sunblind
Panorama roof ................................. 91
Rear window .................................. 198
Roller sunblind for the panorama
roof
Opening and closing ........................ 92
Operating ......................................... 91
Resetting ......................................... 92
Roof
Display message ............................ 165
Roof lining and carpets (cleaning
guidelines) ......................................... 218
Roof load (maximum) ........................ 281
Route (navigation)
see Route guidance (navigation)
Route guidance
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 188
Route guidance (navigation) ............ 164
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S
SafetyOccupant Classification System
(OCS) ............................................... 51
see Operating safety
Safety system
see Driving safety systems
SD memory card
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 188
Search & Send
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 188
Seat belts
Adjusting the driver's and front-
passenger seat belt ........................ .47
Cleaning ........................................ .218
Correct usage .................................. 45
Fastening ......................................... 46
Important safety guidelines ............. 44
Introduction ..................................... 44
Releasing ......................................... 47
Warning lamp ................................. 177
Warning lamp (function) ................... 48
Seating
Seating comfort package ................. 98
Seating comfort package ................... 98
Seats
Active multicontour seat .................. 98
Adjusting (electrically) ..................... 98
Adjusting the 4

Mechanical key ................................ 80
Overview .......................................... 78
Positions (ignition lock) ................. 115
Problem (malfunction) ..................... 82
Starting the engine ........................ 118
SMS
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 188
Snow chains ...................................... 242
Sockets
Center console .............................. 198
General notes ................................ 198
Rear compartment ........................ .198
Trunk ............................................. 198
Special seat belt retractor .................. 61
Specialist workshop ............................ 27
Speed, controlling
see Cruise control
Speedometer
In the Instrument cluster ................. 33
Selecting the unit of measure-
ment .............................................. 164
see Instrument cluster
Standing lamps
Display message ............................ 165
Switching on/off ........................... 103
Start/Stop button
Removing ....................................... 117
Starting the engine ........................ 118
Start/stop function
see ECO start/stop function
Starting (engine) ................................ 117
STEER CONTROL .................................. 75
Steering
Warning lamps ............................... 186
Steering (display message) .............. 176
Steering Assist (DISTRONIC PLUS)
Display message ............................ 165
Steering assistant STEER CON-TROL
see STEER CONTROL
Steering wheel
Adjusting (electrically) ..................... 99
Button overview ............................... 35
Buttons (on-board computer) ......... 161
Important safety notes .................... 99
Paddle shifters ............................... 121 Steering wheel heating .................... 99
Storing settings (memory func-
tion) ................................................. 99
Steering wheel (cleaning instruc-
tions) ................................................. .218
Steering wheel heating
Switching on/off .............................. 99
Steering wheel paddle shifters ........121
Stowage areas ................................... 196
Stowage compartments
Armrest (under) ............................ .197
Center console .............................. 197
Center console in rear compart-
ment .............................................. 197
Cup holders ................................... 198
Door ............................................... 197
Eyeglasses compartment .............. .197
Glove box ....................................... 197
Important safety information ......... 196
Rear ............................................... 197
Rear seat backrest ......................... 197
Stowage net ................................... 197
Stowage net ....................................... 197
Stowage space
Parcel net retainers ....................... 197
Securing a load .............................. 197
Stowage well beneath the trunk
floor .................................................... 197
Summer tires
In winter ........................................ 242
Sun visor ............................................ 198
Suspension tuning
Active Body Control ABC .............. .140
AIRMATIC ...................................... 141
Switching air-recirculation mode
on/off ................................................. 111
T
Tachometer ........................................ 160
Tail lamps
Display message ............................ 165
see Lights
Tank content
Fuel gauge ....................................... 33
Technical data
Capacities ...................................... 275
Information ................................... .274
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Tires/wheels ................................. 266
Vehicle data ................................... 281
Telephone
Accepting a call (multifunction
steering wheel) .............................. 164
Number from the phone book ........ 164
Redialing ....................................... .164
Rejecting/ending a call ................. 164
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual ................................................. .188
Temperature
Setting (climate control) ................ 111
Tire pressure
Calling up (on-board computer) ..... 246
Checking manually ........................ 246
Display message ............................ 175
Important safety notes .................. 246
Maximum ....................................... 245
Not reached (TIREFIT) .................... 223
Notes ............................................. 244
Reached (TIREFIT) .......................... 224
Recommended ............................... 243
Tire pressure monitor
Checking the tire pressure elec-
tronically ........................................ 248
Function/notes ............................ .246
General notes ................................ 246
Important safety notes .................. 246
Radio type approval for the tire
pressure monitor ........................... 249
Restarting ...................................... 248
Warning lamp ................................. 185
Warning message .......................... 248
TIREFIT kit .......................................... 222
Tires
Aspect ratio (definition) ................. 260
Average weight of the vehicle
occupants (definition) .................... 259
Bar (definition) ............................... 259
Changing a wheel .......................... 261
Characteristics .............................. 259
Checking ........................................ 241
Curb weight (definition) ................. 260
Definition of terms ......................... 259
Direction of rotatio n...................... 262
Display message ............................ 175
Distribution of the vehicle occu-
pants (definition) ............................ 261 DOT (Department of Transporta-
tion) (definition) ............................. 259
DOT, Tire Identification Number
(TIN) ............................................... 258
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
(definition) ..................................... 259
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) (def-
inition) ........................................... 260
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rat-
ing) (definition) .............................. 260
Important safety notes .................. 240
Increased vehicle weight due to
optional equipment (definition) ...... 259
Kilopascal (kPa) (definition) ........... 260
Labeling (overview) ........................ 255
Load bearing index (definition) ...... 261
Load index ..................................... 258
Load index (definition) ................... 260
Maximum load on a tire (defini-
tion) ............................................... 260
Maximum loaded vehicle weight
(definition) ..................................... 260
Maximum permissible tire pres-
sure (definition) ............................. 260
Maximum tire load ......................... 258
Maximum tire load (definition) ....... 260
MOExtended tire s.......................... 242
Optional equipment weight (defi-
nition) ............................................ 261
PSI (pounds per square inch) (def-
inition) ........................................... 260
Replacing ....................................... 261
Service life ..................................... 242
Sidewall (definition) ....................... 261
Speed rating (definition) ................ 260
Storing ........................................... 262
Structure and characteristics
(definition) ..................................... 259
Summer tires in winter .................. 242
Temperature .................................. 255
TIN (Tire Identification Number)
(definition) ..................................... 261
Tire bead (definition) ...................... 261
Tire pressure (definition) ................ 260
Tire pressures (recommended) ...... 259
Tire size (data) ............................... 266
Tire size designation, load-bearing capacity, speed rating .................... 255
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Securing from rolling away ............ 262
Towing away .................................. 232
Transporting .................................. 234
Unlocking (in an emergency) ........... 83
Unlocking (SmartKey) ...................... 79
Vehicle data ................................... 281
Vehicle dimensions ........................... 281
Vehicle emergency locking ................ 83
Vehicle identification number
see VIN
Vehicle identification plate .............. 274
Vehicle level
Active Body Control ABC ............... 140
Vehicle maintenance
see ASSYST PLUS
Vehicle tool kit .................................. 220
Video
see also Digital Operator's Man-
ual .................................................. 188
Video (DVD) ........................................ 164
VIN ...................................................... 274
Voice Control System
see Separate operating instructions
W
Warning and indicator lampsABS ................................................ 179
Brakes ........................................... 178
Check Engine ................................. 176
Coolant .......................................... 183
Distance warning ........................... 184 ESP ®
.............................................. 181
ESP ®
OFF ....................................... 182
General notes ................................ 176
Overview .......................................... 34
PASSENGER AIR BAG ...................... 43
Reserve fue l................................... 176
Restraint system ............................ 182
Seat belt ........................................ 177
Steering ......................................... 186
Tire pressure monitor .................... 185
Warranty .............................................. 24
Washer fluid
Display message ............................ 165
Wheel and tire combination
see Tires
Wheel bolt tightening torque ........... 266Wheel chock
...................................... 262
Wheels
Changing a whee l.......................... 261
Checking ........................................ 241
Cleaning ......................................... 217
Important safety notes .................. 240
Interchanging/changing ................ 261
Mounting a new whee l................... 265
Mounting a whee l.......................... 262
Removing a whee l.......................... 265
Storing ........................................... 262
Tightening torque ........................... 266
Wheel size/tire size ....................... 266
Window curtain air bag
Operation ......................................... 51
Windows
see Side windows
Windshield
Defrosting ...................................... 111
Infrared reflective .......................... 198
Windshield washer fluid
see Windshield washer system
Windshield washer system
Adding washer fluid ....................... 215
Notes ............................................. 280
Windshield wipers
Problem (malfunction) ................... 107
Replacing the wiper blades ............ 106
Switching on/of f........................... 106
Winter driving
Important safety notes .................. 242
Slippery road surfaces ................... 128
Snow chains .................................. 242
Winter operation
Summer tires ................................. 242
Winter tires
M+S tires ....................................... 242
Wiper blades
Cleaning ......................................... 217
Important safety notes .................. 106
Replacing ....................................... 106
Wooden trim (cleaning instruc-
tions) .................................................. 218
Workshop
see Qualified specialist workshop
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Introduction
The printed Operator's Manual provides infor-mation about the safe operation of your vehi-
cle. The Digital Operator's Manual addition-
ally describes further functions and equip-
ment installed in your vehicle. The vehicle
functions and functions of COMAND are
described in the Digital Operator's Manual.
You can call up the Digital Operator's Manual via COMAND.
iYou will not incur any costs when calling
up the Digital Operator's Manual. The Dig-
ital Operator's Manual works without con-
necting to the Internet.
There are three ways to access the topics of
the Digital Operator's Manual:
R Visual search
The visual search allows you to explore your
vehicle "virtually". Starting from either the
vehicle exterior view or interior view, you
can access many of the different topics
covered by the Digital Operator's Manual.
To access the vehicle interior section,
select the "Vehicle interior" view.
R Keyword Search
The keyword search allows you to search
for a keyword by entering characters. Fur-
ther information can be found in the Digital
Operator's Manual in the "COMAND" sec-
tion under the "Character entry (teleph-
ony)" keyword.
R Contents
You can select individual sections in the
contents.
iThe Digital Operator's Manual is deacti-
vated for safety reasons while driving.
Operation
Calling up the Digital Operator's Man-
ual
X Press the Øbutton in the center con-
sole.
The overview relating to the vehicle opens.
X Select the "Operator's Manual" menu item
by turning 3or sliding 1the con-
troller.
X Confirm 7the message about the warning
and safety notes.
The basic menu for the Digital Operator's
Manual opens.
Operating the Digital Operator's Man-
ual
General notes
Please observe the information about the
operation of the controller ( Ypage 192).
Content pages
The content pages can be accessed by means
of a visual search, a keyword search or using
the contents.
X To scroll forward/backward: turn3
the controller.
X To display in full-screen/animation: slide 8 the controller to the left :.
Digital Operator's Manual21

the Service and Guarantee booklet or simply
call the Mercedes-Benz Customer Assistance
Center (USA) at the hotline number
1-800-FOR-MERCede s(1-800-367-6372 )or
Customer Service (Canada) at
1-800-387-0100.
Vehicle operation outside the USA
and Canada
If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign
countries, please be aware that:
R service facilities or replacement parts may
not be readily available.
R unleaded fuel for vehicles with a catalytic
converter may not be available. Leaded fuel
may cause damage to the catalytic con-
verter.
R the fuel may have a considerably lower
octane rating. Unsuitable fuel can cause
engine damage.
Some Mercedes-Benz models are available
for delivery in Europe through our European
Delivery Program. For details, consult an
authorized Mercedes-Benz Center or write to
one of the following addresses.
In the USA
Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC
European Delivery Department
One Mercedes Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645-0350
In Canada
Mercedes-Benz Canada, Inc.
European Delivery Department
98 Vanderhoof Avenue
Toronto, Ontario M4G 4C9
Operating safety
Important safety notes
GWARNING
If you do not have the prescribed service/
maintenance work or any required repairs
carried out, this can result in malfunctions or system failures. There is a risk of an accident.
Always have the prescribed service/mainte-
nance work as well as any required repairs
carried out at a qualified specialist workshop.
GWARNING
Flammable material such as leaves, grass or
twigs may ignite if they come into contact with hot parts of the exhaust system. There is a risk of fire.
When driving off road or on unpaved roads,
check the vehicle's underside regularly. In
particular, remove parts of plants or other
flammable materials which have become
trapped. In the case of damage, contact a
qualified specialist workshop.
GWARNING
Modifications to electronic components, their software as well as wiring can impair their
function and/or the function of other net-
worked components. In particular, systems
relevant to safety could also be affected. As a
result, these may no longer function as inten-
ded and/or jeopardize the operating safety of
the vehicle. There is an increased risk of an
accident and injury.
Never tamper with the wiring as well as elec-
tronic components or their software. You
should have all work to electrical and elec-
tronic equipment carried out at a qualified
specialist workshop.
If you make any changes to the vehicle elec-
tronics, the general operating permit is ren-
dered invalid.
!There is a risk of damage to the vehicle if:
R the vehicle becomes stuck, e.g. on a high
curb or an unpaved road
R you drive too fast over an obstacle, e.g. a
curb or a hole in the road
R a heavy object strikes the undercarriage
or parts of the chassis
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In situations like this, the body, the under-
carriage, chassis parts, wheels or tires
could be damaged without the damage
being visible. Components damaged in thisway can unexpectedly fail or, in the case of
an accident, no longer withstand the strain
they are designed to.
If the underbody paneling is damaged,
combustible materials such as leaves,
grass or twigs can gather between the
underbody and the underbody paneling. If
these materials come in contact with hot
parts of the exhaust system, they can catch fire.
In such situations, have the vehicle
checked and repaired immediately at a
qualified specialist workshop. If on con-
tinuing your journey you notice that driving
safety is impaired, pull over and stop the
vehicle immediately, paying attention to
road and traffic conditions. In such cases,
visit a qualified specialist workshop.
Declarations of conformity
Vehicle components which receive
and/or transmit radio waves
USA: "The wireless devices of this vehicle
comply with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Oper-
ation is subject to the following two condi-
tions: 1) These devices may not cause harm-
ful interference, and 2) These devices must
accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired oper-
ation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for com-
pliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment." Canada: "The wireless devices of this vehicle
comply with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) These devices
may not cause interference, and (2) These
devices must accept any interference, includ-
ing interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device."
Diagnostics connection
The diagnostics connection is only intended
for the connection of diagnostic equipment at
a qualified specialist workshop.
GWARNING
If you connect equipment to the diagnostics
connection in the vehicle, it may affect the
operation of the vehicle systems. As a result, the operating safety of the vehicle could be
affected. There is a risk of an accident.
Do not connect any equipment to a diagnos-
tics connection in the vehicle.
GWARNING
Objects in the driver's footwell can restrict the pedal travel or obstruct a depressed pedal.
The operating and road safety of the vehicle is
jeopardized. There is a risk of an accident.
Make sure that all objects in the vehicle are
stowed correctly, and that they cannot enter
the driver's footwell. Install the floormats
securely and as specified in order to ensure
sufficient clearance for the pedals. Do not use loose floormats and do not place floormats on
top of one another.
!If the engine is switched off and equip-
ment on the diagnostics connection is
used, the starter battery may discharge.
Connecting equipment to the diagnostics
connection can lead to emissions monitoring information being reset, for example. This
may lead to the vehicle failing to meet the
requirements of the next emissions test dur-
ing the main inspection.
Qualified specialist workshop
An authorized Mercedes-Benz Center is a
qualified specialist workshop. It has the nec-
essary specialist knowledge, tools and quali-
fications to correctly carry out the work
required on your vehicle. This is especially the case for work relevant to safety.
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